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Honey and buttermilk enhance the flavor and texture of this yeast bread, which bakes to a golden brown color. Honey buttermilk bread in a Bread Machine is truly a no-fail recipe – millions of readers have tried it and raved about how delicious, light, and fluffy it turns out every time!
How To Make Honey Buttermilk Bread in a Bread Machine
Directions To Make a Loaf
- In the bread machine, combine all ingredients—yeast, flour, salt, buttermilk, butter, honey, and water—in the order recommended by the bread machine manufacturer. Choose from basic or white bread with a light or medium crust.
- Shape the bread into a loaf using the dough cycle.
- Brush the loaf with an egg wash made with one large egg white and two teaspoons water. Place it on a greased baking sheet or in a loaf pan. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the loaf if desired.
- Bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or until the bread sounds hollow when lightly tapped on the bottom. Prepare the dish and enjoy it.
Directions to make rolls
- In the bread machine, combine all ingredients—yeast, flour, salt, buttermilk, butter, honey, and water—in the order recommended by the bread machine manufacturer. Choose from basic or white bread with a light or medium crust.
- Shape the bread into a loaf using the dough cycle.
- Then knead once more, adding flour as needed if the dough is sticky.
- Form into rolls and allow to double in size.
- Use an egg wash and sprinkle sesame, poppy, or caraway seeds on top.
- Bake until lightly browned, about 30 minutes at 375 degrees F. Serve immediately and enjoy it.
Notes
- Assure that all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning.
- Buttermilk imparts a slight flavor to bread, but it is primarily responsible for its soft, tender crumb. If you don’t have any, you can make your own.
- Utilize yeast that has not passed its expired date. If your bread dough does not rise properly, the yeast may be too old.
- We used active dry yeast, but you can substitute instant yeast if desired; follow the instructions on the yeast packet.
- It is recommended to use either table salt or sea salt. 1/4 teaspoon more if using kosher salt.
- Bread flour – all-purpose flour may be substituted if desired. There may be a slight difference in the height at which it rises.
- Allow ten minutes for the baked bread to cool in the pan before turning out to cool completely.
Storing Leftover Honey Buttermilk Bread
Storage
- If you don’t have much time, you can allow the bread to rise overnight in the refrigerator for either the first or second rising time.
- After baking, homemade bread does not retain its freshness for an extended period. Keep it at room temperature for approximately two days in an airtight container.
Freeze
- Wrapped tightly, baked bread can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Before freezing homemade sandwich bread, we slice the loaves and sandwich them together with parchment or waxed paper. This way, we can remove what we need without defrosting the entire loaf.
- To freeze the unbaked dough, begin by doubling the amount of yeast specified in the recipe. Once formed into loaves, freeze it. When ready to bake, defrost the dough overnight in the refrigerator and allow it to rise to room temperature. Bake according to the recipe’s directions.
Why Should Use The Bread Machine for Honey Buttermilk Bread
- We generally do not describe bread as soft, light, and fluffy; however, that is precisely what makes this bread so exceptional, and simple, and quick to make with a bread machine. It will undoubtedly become the go-to bread recipe and method.
- Bread machines are countertop appliances that, unlike conventional ovens, run on electricity. If you do not have a range in your kitchen, are traveling, or prefer the convenience and simplicity of an automated machine, a bread machine is the way to go.
- While bread machines are adaptable, there are also ways to tailor recipes for success in these specialized machines. Among them is this honey buttermilk bread recipe which bakes up beautifully in the bread machine.
- Servings: 04 Servings
- Level: Easy
- Equipment: Bread Machine
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (well shaken)
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup water
- Egg Wash: 1 large egg white and 2 teaspoons water
- Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or caraway seeds can be used as a garnish.
Directions To Make a Loaf
- In the bread machine, combine all ingredients—yeast, flour, salt, buttermilk, butter, honey, and water—in the order recommended by the bread machine manufacturer. Choose from basic or white bread with a light or medium crust.
2. Shape the bread into a loaf using the dough cycle.
3. Brush the loaf with an egg wash made with one large egg white and two teaspoons water. Place it on a greased baking sheet or in a loaf pan. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the loaf if desired.
4. Bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or until the bread sounds hollow when lightly tapped on the bottom. Prepare the dish and enjoy it.
Directions To Make Rolls (Step 1 and 2 like above)
3. Then knead once more, adding flour as needed if the dough is sticky.
4. Form into rolls and allow to double in size.
5. Use an egg wash and sprinkle sesame, poppy, or caraway seeds on top.
6. Bake until lightly browned, about 30 minutes at 375 degrees F. Serve immediately and enjoy it.
Tips
- An egg wash is used to aid in seed adhesion and to create a glossy surface.
- You can adjust more or less flour than specified in the recipe. Weather and climate can impact your ingredients; for example, humidity often necessitates an additional 1/4 cup of flour. Due to air pressure, if you bake bread on a rainy day, it will rise higher than if you bake it on a clear day!
FAQs
Yes! Although this bread is made with honey, it can also be made with sugar. Use the same amount of sugar or slightly less.
Our preferred material is glass. The loaves bake evenly and have a perfect crust. I’ve heard that cast iron cooking is good, but we’ve never tried. Aluminum or metal pans are fine if that is all you have – Your crust will brown faster, and you have to keep an eye on it.
If you prefer a soft crust, brush the crusts with butter and immediately cover them with a cloth when they come out of the oven.
If you want crusty bread, avoid covering it while it cools. Additionally, you can brush it with an egg white blended with one teaspoon of water before baking.
If desired, you may use an instant-read thermometer. Incorporate it into the side of the loaf – the bread’s center temperature should be around 200F.
Additionally, you can turn the loaf out and tap the bottom. It will have a hollow sound. After a few attempts, you’ll intuitively know.
Conclusion
Many people think bread making is tedious, so the bread machine is an excellent alternative to long hours of effort. There are no mixing and rising time requirements. Everything is done for you.
Let’s add some delicious aromas to your home by making fresh bread, and send us your comments to hear what you think!
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